Did you know that the Taj Mahal looks pink in the morning, white in the day, and golden in the moon light?
Agra Fort is originally a brick fort, which was held by the Hindu Sikarwar Rajputs. It was mentioned for the first time in 1080 AD when a Ghaznavide force captured it.
James Bond lands at Ganguar Ghat in a helicopter in Octopussy (1983) and is met by his Indian contact, Vijay, who is playing the Bond theme to charm a snake. Leggi tutto.
James Bond stayed at the Shiv Niwas Palace while in India in Octopussy (1983). Leggi tutto.
Monsoon Palace features in Octopussy (1983) as Kamal Khan's residence. Although all interiors were filmed in the studio. Leggi tutto.
While being chased through the Udaipur markets James Bond's tuk-tuk does a daring jump right outside the Jagdish Temple in Octopussy (1983). Leggi tutto.
The Taj Lake Palace is used in the James Bond film Octopussy (1983) as the titular character's retreat. Guarded entirely by women, the palace houses a secret sisterhood of smugglers. Leggi tutto.
The architect Fariburz Sabha chose the lotus as a symbol common to Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Islam. Members of any faith are free to visit the temple to pray or meditate.
An evening of sound and light show at the fort, which re-creates the events in India's history, is a must when in Delhi
The museum has in its possession over 2,00,000 works of exquisite art, both of Indian and Foreign origin covering more than 5,000 years of our cultural heritage.
Gandhi Smriti formerly known as Birla House or Birla Bhavan, is a museum dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi. The museum in the building houses a number of articles associated with Gandhi's life and death.
Apart from being a relatively quiet tourist spot, this place is also home to fearless squirrels. You are not allowed to feed them though.
The Museum showcases the life & principles of Mahatma Gandhi. The exhibits include a Satyagraha woodcut by Willemia Muller, his walking stick & the shawl worn by Gandhi when he was assassinated.
A must place to be if you are in India. Truly the best temple in India, you will tend to get swayed by the structure, interiors and exteriors and a must watch Musical fountain show.
Pretty chilled atmosphere; Psy Trance all the way.Drinks can be a bit expensive; no cocktails though.
